degree

[dih-gree] / dɪˈgri /

NOUN

unit of measurement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

amount extent grade intensity point quality rate scale scope severity size standard strength term

STRONG

amplitude caliber dimension division expanse gauge gradation height interval length limit line link mark notch period plane proportion quantity range ratio reach rung shade space stage stair step stint tenor tier

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dullness lethargy whole

STRONG

unimportance

NOUN

recognition of achievement; rank or grade of position

Synonyms

STRONGEST

class credit grade honor level magnitude point position qualification quality scope sort standard status strength

STRONG

approbation approval baccalaureate caliber compass credentials dignity distinction eminence height order pitch potency quantity range rank reach sheepskin shingle stage standing station testimonial testimony

WEAK

dignification

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dishonor disrespect ill repute lack

STRONG

lowliness unimportance

Example Sentences

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One cause is the price of a master’s degree.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Their older son will be heading to college in less than two years and they told him that they will cover the cost of an undergraduate degree as Shields’s parents did for her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

In 2016, Aaron Zelinger joined Palantir with a Stanford degree in symbolic systems after medical issues thwarted his initial plans to join the military.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

To be clear, user-friendly design and usability principles have indeed transformed the world for the better in many ways, and to an incredible degree.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

In August 1856, after two years, James earned his bachelor of arts degree and graduated with honors.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow

degree

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